ISLAMABAD: The Awareness and Prevention Wing of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Rawalpindi, in collaboration with Islamabad Running Club, Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Islamabad administration, on Saturday organised a marathon race to highlight the detrimental effects of corruption.

According to a press release, approximately 400 participants from diverse backgrounds joined the marathon, promoting awareness against corruption through sports and healthy activities.

By utilising the influence of sports and community involvement, the event underscored that the collective responsibility for a corruption-free society extends beyond social divisions.

The marathon was a component of the Anti-Corruption Week 2023 campaign, titled “Race Against Corruption.” Participants from diverse backgrounds, including government officials, members of civil society, young professionals, students and athletes took part in the event.

The collaborative endeavours of NAB Rawalpindi, Islamabad Running Club, CDA and Islamabad administration ensured the resounding success of the event. The entities recognised the significance of leveraging sports as a unifying platform to foster community engagement and drive impactful transformations.

NAB Director of the Awareness and Prevention (AP) Wing Mr Faheem expressed that the participants, driven by a shared purpose, stood together in the battle against corruption to forge a brighter future for the nation.

Published in Dawn, November 26th, 2023